atikram

 

Atikram (अतिक्रम्) in Sanskrit broadly means to step beyond, 

surpass, overstep, exceed, transgress, or neglect, depending 

on the context.

Etymology

The word Atikram is a compound of "ati" meaning "beyond" or 

"excess" and "kram" meaning "step, go, or move" 

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It conveys the idea of moving beyond a limit, whether literally, morally, 

or figuratively.

Literal and Figurative Meanings

To step over or go beyond – the basic literal sense of physically 

moving beyond or passing over something 

To surpass or excel – indicates exceeding in quality, number, or ability 

To transgress or violate – used morally or legally to indicate crossing 

a boundary, disregard for duties, or breaking rules 

To neglect or leave unnoticed – implies ignoring or omitting something,

 either deliberately or inadvertently 

Lapse of time – can refer to the passage or elapse of time, especially

 in Vedic or classical texts 

Overcoming or conquering – indicates triumph or superiority over

 obstacles 

Contextual Usage

• In Hindu texts: Atikram often describes acts of overstepping limits, 
• such as during ritual, duty, or social conduct 

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• In Sanskrit grammar (Vyakarana): It can refer to passing over 
• a word in recitation or text without repeating it 

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Summary

Atikram (अतिक्रम्) captures the concept of going beyond—whether 

physically, morally, or metaphorically—and includes nuances of 

excelling, violating, neglecting, transgression, and temporal passage 

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It is a versatile term that applies across Vedic literature, classical 

Sanskrit texts, and religious contexts.